The Finest Hours

The shattering of expectation can sometimes shake one out of one’s complacency, especially if that expectation is low. ‘The Finest Hours’ is one such example. Unenthusiastically reviewed by the majority of critics, it turns out to be a finely mounted and gripping disaster drama. Set during a particularly ferocious storm it tells of the rescue mission of a four-man crew to reach a stricken oil tanker cut in half by the adverse weather conditions. Whilst the screenplay itself is merely serviceable it does tell a basically good true story, and the production is elevated by a high standard of performance in both the acting and the craft on display. As the hesitant captain of the rescue boat who has thus far never gained the respect of his colleagues, Chris Pine is extremely good. As his girlfriend, Holliday Grainger adds a feistiness to her perfunctory role that at least ensures the film is still interesting on land, even if it is the scenes at sea that offer the most excitement. Although underused, Casey Affleck is subtly impressive as the reflective chief engineer aboard the tanker who takes command more by default than design. The film demonstrates an astonishingly good period feel and the visuals in both cinematography and special effects are momentously impressive. Music, editing, and sound all contribute to the prestige look and feel of the movie. The biggest compliment that can be paid to the 3D format, and indeed the film itself, is that it is never obtrusive and just becomes part of the engrossing nature of the adventure. This must be an early candidate for the most underrated film of the year as it is both emotionally stirring and spiritually uplifting

Great film

I rented this on the strength of the reviews and was not disappointed. I did not know it was a real story which makes it even more moving. The special effects and direction are brilliant and impressive without being over the top , it is very well acted by all the cast especially Chris Pine and Casey Affleck . Holliday Granger makes the most of her small part and brings a sparkle to her scenes. Left me full of admiration for the Coast Guards men who took part in the real rescue in the 1950s. Highly recommended and a worthy tribute to the real heroes.

This is a story about two people in love and the crew the young man is hoping to save. It is based on real event's which started in 1952. They meet on a blind date. She really is attracted to him from the start. She ask's him to marry her but he say's no. As their relationship carries on, he begin's to realise he does love her and cannot live without her. He is attatched to a coast guard station. Out at sea, a ship get's into serious trouble in a terrible storm. It is cut in half due to the very bad weather and mounting seas. A lot of the scene's at sea are filmed in the dark. He take's a voluntary team out in a small bout to attempt a rescue. The boat is only supposed to take about 12 people. Not the 32 crew who are on the ship. I thought a very good attempt at rescue combined with a good love story. He does make the rescue and due to the very bad weather, make's it back to the bay. Where everyone has left their car light's on helping him steer the rescue boat to safety. I cried at the end because of the rescue but also because they agreed a date for their wedding. He lives till he is about 91. You are actually treated at the end, to their wedding photos and other real photos of the men involved.

Excellent. Based on the true story of the US Coast Guards greatest ever small boat rescue. It starts a little strange, and the opening scenes don't really seem important until later on when you realise that they set the later scenes up perfectly. Well written, well acted, and in particular it was great to see Chris Pine do a quieter, less brash role than his usual. The sea scene are brilliantly realised, and the slower land scenes act well to break it up a little and let you catch your breath. I didn't realise this had been at the big screen, which is a shame as I think it would have been excellent - but never mind, sometimes the great movies are sleepers and don't get the recognition they deserve until years later (think Shawshank Redemption) hopefully that's what will happen to this movie.

Loved this film. Presentation is a little old school, but the makers did a superb job of transporting me back to the 1950's and making me realise wht incredibly brave and intelligent people were involved in this incident. There are echoes of "The Perfect Storm" and there was never a dull moment in this film. Great acting and special effects and the film is a credit to the very brave men involved in this incident. Absolutely loved it.

I had a very prompt delivery and it came undamaged. The film itself is simply amazing, very well acted and factually presented with an outstanding script and cinematography.

The Finest Hours is based on a true story about a man named Bernie(played by Chris Pine)who sets off on a journey to save the 32 oil tankers who were left stranded on their boat on a very stormy night including Bernie's friend played by Casey Affleck. So will Bernie rescue them all. Also starring Cinderella's Holliday Granger and Eric Bana I thought this film was brilliant. Yes it reminds me of Titanic ALOT where we see 32 men trapped in the stormy weather with their destroyed boat and they have to try and get help to be rescued again. If you love Titanic then you will love this movie. Thumbs up.

Der film ist einfach super

Firstly,t he quality of the Dvd is impeccable. Great sound and video enhanced my movie watching experience. Secondly, 5 stars for the movie!

今回、３Ｄの掘り出し物を探して１０枚ほどの出品物を購入しました。中には値段が安いので３Ｄでないものもあるかなとは思いましたが、 これは３Ｄではありませんでした。タイトルに虚偽の表記をするのは止めて欲しいですね。

Très content

The finest Hours befasst sich zwar nicht allzusehr mit den einzelnen Charakteren, lässt aber das gute alte Actionkino fühlsam aufleben. Zudem gibt der Film ein spannungsgeladenes Umfeld das die Wirklichkeit vergessen lässt und erholsam unterhält. Gutes Kino, dass für jeden etwas bietet, Gefühl und ein wohliges schaudern auf offener See, sowie die herrlich eingefangene Athmosphäre der Fünfziger. Wer gute und solide Unterhaltung schätzt ist bei diesem Film gut aufgehoben. Gute Stars, gute Musik und gute Action und alles verbunden mit Gefühl.